An epigraph can set the tone for the book or chapter that follows.

Setting Tone

Choose an epigraph that reflects the themes you will explore in your writing.

Reflective of Theme

Authors often pick an epigraph from another work to connect or contrast themes.

Epigraphs on buildings or statues often provide historical context or commemorate achievements.

An epigraph on a structure is a message intended to be durable, lasting through time.

Epigraphs on monuments often express cultural values or societal achievements.